Can a calf raise make an OHP easier?
Hello all,
I do OHP 1.0, breathing at the top, no hip movement, and using stretch reflex. Today's workout went like this:
Set 1: 120 lb * 5 reps. 4 normal reps, on the last one I involuntarily did a calf raise when the bar was above my head but not yet locked out.
Set 2 and 3: both 120 lb * 5 reps with all reps done with correct form.
Did I somehow use the calf raise to cheat rep 5 of set 1, similar to a push press? If anything sets 2 and 3 felt easier as I didn't have to worry about balance so much on the last rep. Also, I just can't work out how lower body movement can cheat the press up once it's actually moving - surely any range of motion achieved through a calf raise is compensated by lockout being an equal amount higher up?
I look forward to hearing your thoughts.
Best,
Biggah_traps